These Presidents And World Leaders Hid Their Health Problems

Harold Wilson’s Battle With Colon Cancer

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British Prime Minister Harold Wilson served from 1964 to 1970 and again from 1974 to 1976. During his second term, the leader suffered from serious symptoms which were later diagnosed as colon cancer.

It’s suspected that Wilson also suffered from Alzheimer’s while in office. Neurologist Dr. Peter Garrard analyzed the then-POTUS’ speech patterns and thought he was showing early signs of Alzheimer’s. His suspicions turned out to be true and Wilson resigned in 1976, citing mental and physical exhaustion. He died in May 1995.